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Location: Salford, Greater Manchester (Hybrid working – at least 2 days a week in the office, with high levels of flexibility to be in the office more when required)Salary: CompetitiveAbout Salix HomesAt Salix Homes, we are not just about providing homes, we are about creating communities. As we celebrate our 10-year anniversary, we are proud of our journey as a not-for-profit housing association managing over 8,000 homes across Salford. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has earned us a C1 grading under the new Consumer Standards, a mark of excellence that reflects our dedication to safe, high-quality homes and responsive services.We are growing, we are innovating, and it is an exciting time to join us.We’re looking for an Executive Director of Customer and Landlord Services to join our Executive Management Team and help lead this next chapter.&nbsp;In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring we continue to deliver exceptional services while embracing new challenges and opportunities.Key responsibilities will include:&nbsp;<ul><li>Lead our customer and landlord services, including housing management, planned and reactive maintenance, and customer safety.</li><li>Ensure compliance with the Regulator of Housing Consumer Standards and the Regulator of Building Safety.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement through innovation, communication, and people development.</li><li>Lead and inspire teams to create a culture of trust, inclusivity, and excellence.</li><li>Work with stakeholders and partners to develop and deliver our Corporate Plan and meet the evolving needs of our communities.&nbsp;</li></ul>Who we’re looking for&nbsp;We are looking for a leader who genuinely cares about making a difference, someone with solid experience at Director level in housing who truly understands what it means to put customers first. You will be someone who embodies our values of being trustworthy, successful, and inclusive. You aim for excellence and embrace change with enthusiasm.Why Join UsAt Salix Homes, we invest in our people.&nbsp;Benefits include:<ul><li>Up to 34 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service </li><li>Enhanced family leave, including maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave.</li><li>Special leave options, like time off for emergencies, dependents or compassionate reasons.</li><li>Generous company pension scheme – Aviva. Salix Homes will contribute 1.5 times employees' contribution amount up to 9%. For example, if an employee put in 6%, Salix Homes would put in 9% giving a total contribution of 15%.</li><li>Life Assurance - Employees can nominate someone to receive 3 times their annual salary if they die while employed by Salix Homes.</li><li>Reward and Recognition – Salix Homes like to recognise employees who make a difference through:<ul><li>staff awards</li><li>manager perks and financial rewards</li><li>our online Be Salix recognition platform</li></ul></li><li>Employee Development - Salix Homes want to develop their people and have career and personal development opportunities available to employees:<ul><li>coaching</li><li>sponsored study</li><li>accredited professional development</li><li>apprenticeship opportunities</li></ul></li><li>Health Cash Plan - Healthshield to provide a health cash plan for all Salix Homes employees. The scheme helps with the cost of health care such as dental check-ups / fillings / physiotherapy / eye tests / prescription glasses.</li><li>Healthshield Perks - Get access to over 4,000 exclusive member offers available to employees and their families.</li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme – Salix Homes Ride to Work scheme, provided by Evans Cycles is a great way of buying a bike at a discount and paying for it over a year.</li><li>Discount Gym Membership - Salix Homes have a special deal with Salford City Council that lets employees use their gyms at a discount. Salix Homes Healthshield Perks also gives discounts on joining other gyms.</li></ul>Ready to join us? Apply NowFor more information please visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.salixhomes.co.uk/emt-recruitment/" target="_blank">https://www.salixhomes.co.uk/emt-recruitment/</a>For a confidential discussion, please contact our consultant at Penna:Bruna Varante on 07858 306725 or email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:bruna.varante@penna.com" target="_blank">bruna.varante@penna.com</a>Tom Niven on 07860 657044 or email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:tom.niven@penna.com" target="_blank">tom.niven@penna.com</a>Rachael Morris on 07840 711217 or email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:rachael.morris@penna.com" target="_blank">rachael.morris@penna.com</a>Recruitment schedule4 July 2025: First round of interviews15 July 2025: Final interviews and on-site recruitment dayThe closing date for applications is Sunday 29 June 2025.*Salix Homes is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Executive Director of Customer and Landlord Services

Support Worker Salary: (full time) Starting salary £25,715, rising to £27,025 after 12 months and rising to £27,955 after a further 12 months. Pro rata This role requires a full driving licence and access to a roadworthy vehicle Rotherham and south Yorkshire Main Purpose To provide high quality housing and support services to residents in order to assist them to sustain their tenancies. Specific tasks <ul><li>Assist residents when moving in, or out of Target accommodation. </li></ul><ul><li>Assess the circumstances, aspirations and needs of each resident in order to make a support plan that is relevant to the resident and realistic in its achievement.</li></ul><ul><li>Act as residents' keyworker offering advice and support to negotiated and agreed support planning to enable them to develop their skills for independent living.</li></ul><ul><li>Assist residents to maximise their income and to manage their personal budgets.</li></ul><ul><li>Support residents to understand their rights and responsibilities under their occupancy agreements.</li></ul><ul><li>Support and motivation to residents encouraging them to achieve personal goals.</li></ul><ul><li>Carry out regular resident risk assessment and ensure it is properly recorded and copied to relevant officers in the organisation.</li></ul><ul><li>Review support plans periodically and adapt them according to changing needs</li></ul><ul><li>Make sure residents pay the rent due to Target Housing as required by the occupancy agreement. Assist residents with their benefit claims where necessary.</li></ul><ul><li>Monitor residents' handling of Target Housing property and consumption of gas &amp; electricity.</li></ul><ul><li>Monitor residents' compliance with their occupancy agreements. Inform Service Manager who will then act to resolve non-compliance issues.</li></ul><ul><li>Monitor occupancy to ensure that properties have not been abandoned or damaged and take prompt action when it happens to avoid unnecessary costs to TH.</li><li>Where appropriate, help residents with budgeting. Negotiate with other bodies on behalf of the resident on the repayment of arrears such as rent owed to the Local Authority Housing Department.</li><li>Liaise with the Probation Service and any other appropriate bodies to ensure that all are aware of relevant information.</li><li>Enable and support the service user to deal with conflict and disputes amongst service users and between service users and neighbours.</li></ul><ul><li>Assist in the delivery and development of resident activities.</li></ul><ul><li>Keep all prescribed records in order that the value of the tenant support service can be audited and comply with confidentiality policy.</li></ul><ul><li>Build links with external organisations, to maintain constructive working relations and to ensure resident's needs are met.</li></ul><ul><li>Participate in office duty arrangements.</li></ul><ul><li>Provide cover for absent Housing Support Assistants &amp; Supported Housing Assistant.</li></ul><ul><li>Accompany a colleague to an appointment or visit where dual attendance is required.</li></ul>General tasks <ul><li>Attend and participate in training sessions or activities as required.</li></ul><ul><li>Participate in team meetings and supervision as required,</li></ul><ul><li>Perform other such duties as may be required to further the aims of Target Housing within the Health and Safety requirements.</li></ul><ul><li>Adhere to all of Target Housing's policies and procedures in particular our Equal Opportunities, Confidentiality and Health and Safety policies.</li></ul><ul><li>Carry out other such duties as directed by senior managers as appropriate to the aims of Target Housing.</li></ul>Person specifications <ul><li>Understanding of services provided to vulnerable groups</li></ul><ul><li>Understanding of delivering supported housing services. </li></ul><ul><li>Understanding of delivering services to residents in housing and supported accommodation</li></ul><ul><li>Basic knowledge of Welfare Benefits System. </li></ul><ul><li>An understanding of risk assessments and support planning</li></ul><ul><li>Understanding of the Judiciary System in the UK</li></ul>Competencies Customer Focus (Critical) Integrity (Critical) Team Working (Critical) Confidence &amp; Judgment (Very Important) Communication and Influence (Very Important) Planning &amp; Organising (Important) Technical (Important) Closing date: 23/06/2025 Target welcomes applications from all members of the community. Target reserves the right to close this role earlier than stated should the number of applications suffice.

Housing Support Worker AST

Community Engagement Manager Department: Marketing Employment Type: Full Time Location: Pure Offices, Leeds Compensation: GBP 30,000 - GBP 35,000 / year Description About the teamAt Vintage Cash Cow, our Marketing and Customer Service teams are dedicated to building meaningful relationships with customers across the UK. We provide a personal, responsive and positive experience in every interaction. Our collaborative team operates with creativity, independence and data-driven insight to enhance our brand reputation and online presence. We are committed to community engagement, reputation management and maintaining a high-quality, consistent presence across all platforms. About the roleAs our Community Engagement Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping how Vintage Cash Cow is seen and experienced online by our UK audience. This includes managing customer interactions across social media channels, engaging with online reviews, and feeding valuable insights into our wider marketing strategy. We're looking for someone experienced in community management and customer service who thrives on empathy, responsiveness and strategic thinking. <ul><li>Familiarise yourself with Vintage Cash Cow's social media strategies, scheduling tools (e.g. Meta Business Suite, Sprout Social), customer service workflows and tone of voice guidelines. </li><li>Learn the processes for monitoring and engaging with social media platforms, including Meta Business Suite, TikTok and Youtube, and review platforms including Trustpilot.</li><li>Begin tracking and logging customer interactions using CRM and analytics tools to establish performance baselines.</li><li>Start engaging with relevant online communities through proactive outreach to grow visibility, build relationships and foster positive brand sentiment.</li></ul><ul><li>Take ownership of daily social media interactions across all relevant channels, ensuring timely and professional responses to comments, messages, and mentions.</li><li>Provide valuable insights from customer interactions to help shape engagement strategies and marketing decisions.</li><li>Actively encourage satisfied customers to leave positive reviews, and effectively manage customer feedback on platforms like Trustpilot.</li><li>Ensure consistency across all digital touchpoints by aligning your community management activities with the brand's voice and messaging.</li><li>Contribute to building a trustworthy online presence by addressing public concerns or complaints, and suggesting improvements to enhance customer satisfaction.</li></ul><ul><li>Continuously enhance response times and engagement quality to ensure a high standard of customer experience.</li><li>Monitor online reviews and contribute to maintaining and enhancing brand reputation by providing actionable feedback to help improve customer interactions.</li><li>Refine engagement strategies based on emerging trends, audience insights, and best practices.</li><li>Support the execution of marketing initiatives by providing engagement data and collaborating on tailored campaigns.</li><li>Stay up-to-date with social media trends, platform updates, and emerging best practices, sharing relevant insights to drive improvement.</li><li>Report regularly on social media interactions, community feedback, and online reviews, providing insights and actionable recommendations to the wider Marketing, Project Management and Customer Service teams.</li></ul>Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Monitor and manage social media interactions across platforms, ensuring consistency and professionalism in customer engagement.</li><li>Respond to customer messages, comments, and posts across Meta Business Suite, TikTok and Youtube, and review platforms including Trustpilot.</li><li>Maintain a consistent, professional brand voice across all interactions while tailoring messaging to suit individual circumstances.</li><li>Track and log customer interactions to provide actionable insights for improving engagement strategies.</li><li>Monitor and respond to online reviews to uphold and enhance brand reputation.</li><li>Generate and share regular reports on engagement metrics, customer sentiment, and community growth.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate reporting of community insights to inform strategies.</li></ul>Skills, Knowledge and Expertise <ul><li>2-3+ years of experience in community management, social media or customer service roles.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, with the ability to maintain a clear, friendly, and professional tone in all written interactions.</li><li>Familiarity with social media platforms such as Meta Business Suite, and review platforms such as Trustpilot.</li><li>A customer-first attitude, with the ability to turn negative experiences into positive ones through empathy and problem-solving.</li><li>Experience in content creation, with a basic understanding of brand messaging and audience targeting.</li><li>Proficiency in CRM tools, social media management tools, and analytics dashboards.</li><li>Strong writing and editing skills, with attention to detail and consistency in tone, grammar, and brand voice.</li><li>Proactive mindset with the ability to handle challenges calmly and efficiently.</li><li>Eagerness to learn and stay up-to-date with social media trends and best practices.</li></ul>Equal Opportunities At Vintage Cash Cow, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard, valued, respected and empowered to bring their authentic self to work. We believe that diversity drives innovation, creativity and success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, perspectives and experiences, and we strive to create equitable opportunities for all. Together, we're building a culture that celebrates individuality and champions equity at every level of our organisation. If you're excited about this role, but don't tick every box, we still encourage you to apply. Your unique skills and experiences might be just what we're looking for now or in the future. If you need adjustments or accommodations during the hiring process, please reach out to us and we will do our best to support you.

Community Engagement Manager

YMCA Trinity Group - Accommodation 'Inspiring communities, transforming young lives' Permanent Housing Support - Accommodation Night Worker Job Reference ANW-BSE-0525 Location Batt House, 56 Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1QG About Us YMCA Trinity Group strives to create a fulfilling and enjoyable place to work; we know how staff &amp; volunteers feel directly translates to the quality of service &amp; care we give our clients, and we also recognise the crucial role each and every one of us plays in helping to fulfil our Mission. Our accommodation team plays a vital role in creating a secure and welcoming environment for young people with high needs. Now, we're looking for a compassionate and reliable Accommodation Night Worker to join our team in Bury St Edmunds. Job Role As an Accommodation Night Worker, you'll be the calm and reassuring presence overnight, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our residents, staff, and premises. Your responsibilities will include: <ul> <li>Supervising the building and ensuring all areas are clean, secure, and safe.</li> <li>Supporting the admittance of residents and staff during night hours.</li> <li>Minimising noise and disruption to maintain a peaceful environment.</li> <li>Assisting Accommodation Project Workers with any overnight needs.</li> <li>Responding appropriately to incidents and supporting residents with complex needs.</li></ul>What We're Looking For The successful applicant will have: <ul> <li>Experience working with young people with complex needs (not necessarily in a housing context).</li> <li>The ability to interact effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds.</li> <li>Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.</li> <li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team, particularly during unsociable hours.</li> <li>An understanding of current mental health issues and experience managing challenging behaviour.</li></ul>Download the Job Description in full in the Job Advert on our website In accordance with safer recruitment processes many of the roles we recruit for require successful candidates to undertake an appropriate criminal record background check. If an offer of work is accepted, YMCA Trinity Group will facilitate these checks on behalf of our staff and volunteers via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Days and hours- Night shifts-10:00pm -08.00am four days on 4 days off working pattern) What We Offer Annual salary is £25,396.80 per annum <ul> <li>5 weeks holiday plus public holiday allowance (pro rata for part-time)</li> <li>Competitive pay and pension scheme</li> <li>DBS check facilitated and paid</li> <li>Induction and on-the-job training</li> <li>Regular supervision and internal progression opportunities</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support</li></ul>Contact Us Please contact us if you would like to discuss further; E-mail Karen Attwood our Deputy Accommodation Manager on <a href="mailto:Karen.Attwood@ymcatrinity.org.ukrecruitment" target="_blank">Karen.Attwood@ymcatrinity.org.ukrecruitment</a>@ymcatrinity.org.uk or call on 07900787405 Closing date Applications will be assessed as received; therefore, should we fill the role sooner than expected we reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Early application is strongly advised. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of young people in Bury St Edmunds! Your role could be the difference they need. Additional Information Please note YMCA Trinity Group does not have a sponsored Licence to recruit non-UK workers and therefore all candidates are expected to be able to work in the UK. Unless stated otherwise, we do require an application form, completed in full, should you wish to be considered for a role with YMCA Trinity Group. Applications are scored against the relevant job description. CV's will not be considered as an application, merely an expression of interest. Occasionally we fill a role sooner than expected, we reserve the right to withdraw vacancies before an advertised closing date. Early application is advised. An email will be sent to confirm receipt of applications, please contact us if you have a problem submitting your application. Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you soon! Ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals is paramount to our mission. As such, we are committed to upholding rigorous safeguarding practices in all aspects of our work. Join us in making a meaningful difference while adhering to the highest standards of care and protection for those we serve. Visit ymcatrinitygroup.org.uk to view our current work and volunteering opportunities

Housing Support - Accommodation Night Worker

x1 permanent role and x2 fixed-term roles (until 31st March 2026) What will the role look like? We are looking for people who are enthusiastic, resilient and passionate to join our Engage Leeds Team. Engage Leeds is a city-wide housing-related support service working with adults (18+) to prevent homelessness, sustain accommodation and integrate people into communities. The individual is required to carry a caseload and work on a one-to-one basis with people within their own homes, promoting empowerment and independence, as part of the wider Engage Leeds team and service. We work in a person centred way to build relationships with people we support and we are looking for driven and energetic individuals to deliver individual, positive, solution focused plans to the people we support, within the West wedge of the city, in relation to their housing needs. What we are looking for? We welcome applications from people who can work in a proactive way to reduce barriers and challenges. At Barca Leeds we encourage applications and recognise the value that people who have their own lived experience can bring to the team and service. For more information and to apply, head to: <a href="https://joinus.barca-leeds.org/jobs/6033216-housing-support-worker-x3" target="_blank">https://joinus.barca-leeds.org/jobs/6033216-housing-support-worker-x3</a> To download a full job description/person specification, click here If you require this document in an alternative format, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@barca-leeds.org" target="_blank">recruitment@barca-leeds.org</a> A copy of our competency framework can be found here All our roles are subject to funding. For further information and guidance when applying, please have a look at our information for applicants guide If you find you have any problems with our application process or you think we're not meeting your accessibility requirements, please email <a href="mailto:recruitment@barca-leeds.org" target="_blank">recruitment@barca-leeds.org</a> The use of artificial intelligence (AI) generated answers is discouraged. The use of AI may affect the depth and understanding that is required, to demonstrate successful answers to experience and knowledge based questions, in our shortlisting process. Barca-Leeds uses Humans to shortlist for interview. Barca-Leeds is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. It is the organisation's policy to require the successful applicant to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Check at a level appropriate to the role, before appointment is confirmed. The disclosure of a criminal conviction will not necessarily exclude candidates from appointment. Please note that although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this job role. The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.

Housing Support Worker X3 (E7673) - Barca Leeds

The Vacancy McCarthy Stone is the leading UK's retirement living providers. We are looking for a House Manager to join our team at Queens View in Bramhall The development offers modern retirement apartments exclusively for over 60s in a convenient location with easy access to vital local facilities. Hours: 30 hours per week Monday to Friday. We can be flexible around school hours. Salary: £21,490.34 Benefits: Group personal pension, life assurance, Employee Assist Scheme, and flexible working hours working in the most beautiful surroundings, generous annual leave entitlement. About the Role of a House Manager We are seeking a customer centric House Manager to exemplify the high-quality customer standards that we are renowned for. Our House Manager's key role is to enhance our Homeowner's quality of life and enable them to maintain their independence. This is a diverse role encompassing high level customer service and front of house and facilities management. The successful candidate will be responsible for building a strong community with our homeowners through event coordination, and regular meetings to report company updates and address the priorities of our residents. Some of the House Manager duties within this role include: <ul> <li>Welcoming new Homeowners and supporting them to settle into their apartments.</li></ul><ul> <li>Providing a professional front of house service and dealing all visitors in a friendly manner.</li></ul><ul> <li>Being the first point of contact for all our Homeowners and offering them help, support and advice as necessary.</li></ul><ul> <li>Working in collaboration with our partners and suppliers to ensure the smooth running of the estate</li></ul><ul> <li>Being the 'face' of McCarthy Stone for the families and friends of our Homeowners.</li></ul><ul> <li>Dealing with Homeowners issues with sensitivity and understand the need for confidentiality and respect their privacy.</li></ul><ul> <li>Managing the development -gardens and grounds - in an efficient and effective manner, providing our Homeowners with a safe, secure, well maintained, and pleasant environment</li></ul><ul> <li>Facilitating social interaction and helping Homeowners to enjoy retirement living to the full.</li></ul><ul> <li>Ensuring that all Health and Safety requirements are adhered to.</li></ul>The successful candidate will have the following key competencies: <ul> <li>Excellent communication skills with a real "can do" attitude.</li></ul><ul> <li>Extensive experience in a professional customer service orientated position.</li></ul><ul> <li>A professional approach with high quality standards.</li></ul><ul> <li>Thrives in a busy a varied role, where every day will be different.</li></ul><ul> <li>Be resilient and can problem solve effectively.</li></ul><ul> <li>An awareness of basic Health and Safety will be a distinct advantage.</li></ul><ul> <li>A good level of computer literacy including Microsoft Word and Outlook.</li></ul><ul> <li>Previous/current work based first aid qualifications will be an advantage although successful candidates will receive all the necessary training on commencement of the role.</li></ul>As part of Your McCarthy Stone, a successful and fast expanding national company, you'll get all the training and support you need to help you meet your career goals from our internal experts. This includes courses such as basic first aid, working safely in the workspace, Dementia Friends training and many more. Could this role be the perfect job for you? Apply now! All applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we hold the right to appoint before the closing date. McCarthy Stone celebrate diversity and promote equality and inclusion amongst our colleagues. We welcome applications from all, regardless of personal characteristics or background. About Us As the UK's leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. As of January 2025, McCarthy Stone operates over 545 developments across the UK for more than 24,200 people. We believe in championing the role, wellbeing, and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life, so they feel more connected, recognised, and valued than ever. In late 2020 we launched the McCarthy Stone Charitable Foundation to support local causes that help older people in need across Britain. We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2025 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list! Our Customers The Benefits 24 days annual leave Pension plan Life assurance Employee assistance helpline Health screening Eyecare voucher scheme Long service award Testimonials "I enjoy working for McCarthy and Stone as a House Manager because I am very well supported in my Role by my manager. I am able to make the day to day decisions but always have immediate support on the rare times I need help. It's a breath of Fresh Air working for a focused dynamic company who know what they are trying to achieve as a team." Linda Diamond - House Manager "Only at McCarthy Stone can you start in the middle of a pandemic and feel at home within a couple of weeks ... it's all about our great people and how welcome they make you feel ... even if it was through a screen!" Andrea Waldron - Senior HR Business Partner "From my first week I felt like part of the team, everyone is helpful and pro-active, which is crucial in a fast paced environment. I've had the opportunity to work on some exciting projects, it's a very 'hands-on' approach here with plenty of opportunity to be involved and play a part in delivering developments." Emily Bishop - Principal Planning Associate "Working for McCarthy Stone is a very fulfilling experience. The staff here are all empathetic and professional. Guiding people in purchasing an apartment, watching them settle in and make friends, and then watching them lead a happy and carefree retirement is very rewarding." Caroline Craig-cordel - Sales Consultant "I found it inspiring how working in McCarthy Stone gives you a chance to make so many people happier, every day. And what we do is so important to our homeowners! In my marketing career before I couldn't dream about customers sharing their thoughts about my campaigns, but here it happens all the time." Stan Smolyar - Head of Brand Previous Next

House Manager

To apply for this job please upload your CV together with a supporting statement that provides evidence of how you meet the essential requirements of the person specification. Please include reference to your qualifications that are specified on the person specification within your CV/supporting statement. Please ensure you anonymise your CV and supporting statement. Experienced Specialist Social Worker Post - Salary up to £45,718 per annum Are you passionate about protecting vulnerable children and supporting young people through critical life transitions? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, purposeful environment where your decisions matter? Do you have a strong working knowledge of private fostering regulations and the legal frameworks surrounding homeless 16/17-year-old? If so you may be the social worker we are looking for. We are offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated Social Worker to join our dynamic Children's Services team in a newly developed specialist role focussed on Private Fostering and Youth Homelessness. This is more than just a job - it's a chance to shape the future of young lives when they need it most What You'll Do <ul><li>Take the lead on private fostering assessments, ensuring every child in informal care arrangements is safe, supported, and thriving.</li><li>Provide frontline intervention to 16- and 17-year-olds facing homelessness, offering practical solutions, emotional support, and long-term planning.</li><li>Work collaboratively with housing teams, health professionals, schools, and families to deliver holistic, child-focused services.</li><li>Carry out statutory assessments under the Children Act, identify needs, and deliver meaningful care plans that change lives.</li><li>Advocate for young people in crisis, helping them find stability, safety, and a voice in a system designed to protect them.</li><li>Work alongside our partner agencies in promoting and developing an understanding of private fostering within the community ensuring that all children who are in such an arrangement are referred through to EHASH.</li><li>You will report directly to the strategic lead for private fostering and youth homelessness.</li></ul>About us Here at Rochdale Borough Council, we are committed to supporting our children and young people to live in a borough where they can grow, get on and live well. Our dedicated teams ensure they feel safe, healthy, successful and heard too, and we are incredibly proud, passionate and pioneering in the way our services are delivered. Everyone here plays a valued role in achieving this as we work closely with residents to deliver real positive progress and support them to achieve the best possible outcomes as part of our Raising Rochdale ethos. We always have lots of great things happening in our borough and we never stand still so this is a great time to join our team and succeed at Rochdale. We offer lots of training and supervision alongside help and guidance to build positive relationships with our children, young people and their families. We would love for you to join us and if you would like to speak to a member of our team about this role and our wider opportunities, just email <a href="mailto:JoinRochdaleCS@rochdale.gov.uk" target="_blank">JoinRochdaleCS@rochdale.gov.uk</a> with your name and number and we'll give you a call. We reward you with great benefits: <ul><li>Highly competitive salary with an opportunity to earn up to £1,000 extra, every year (£500 retention payment every six months)</li><li>Hybrid and flexible working</li><li>Excellent continuous professional development opportunities</li><li>Exciting career progression pathway</li><li>An attractive pension</li><li>Staff recognition awards and celebration events</li><li>Visible and supportive leadership</li><li>Mileage payment and town centre parking scheme</li><li>Up to 31 days annual leave with an option to buy more</li><li>Paid for Social Work England professional fees</li><li>Staff discount at popular retail and leisure sites</li></ul>Other benefits <ul><li>Work in a modern, award-winning building</li><li>Be conveniently located next to the Metrolink, bus exchange and a short walk from Rochdale train station</li><li>You're also a 10-minute drive from the M62 corridor</li></ul>What our colleagues say... Our social workers say Rochdale Council is a great place to work and their managers are supportive, approachable and listen to their ideas. Here are some further comments from our social workers... <ul><li>'We work in friendly, supportive, multidisciplinary teams'</li><li>'There are lots of easy to access training opportunities to learn and aid career development'</li><li>'We have lots of community resources available to support families'</li><li>'We are based right in the town centre office, next to M&amp;S and close to local services'</li></ul>We are making positive progress in terms of our ways to work with children, young people and families as work to deliver better outcomes for all. We are empathetic and listen to our families as we build on their strengths to work towards agreed goals. At Rochdale Borough Council we are committed to our Values and Behaviours. <ul><li>Proud of the difference we make</li><li>Passionate about the diversities of the Borough</li><li>Pioneering and Open in our Approach</li></ul>We look forward to hearing from you about which of our friendly teams that best fits your expertise come and join Team Rochdale. As part of our safeguarding commitment to promoting the welfare of our children, young people and vulnerable adults, appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced DBS including a barred list check child workforce. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer a sponsorship for this role at this stage. This organisation has signed up to the Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment. This means we will recognise your continuous or 'unbroken' service in any Greater Manchester local authority or NHS organisation, Transport for Greater Manchester, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service or Greater Manchester Combined Authority; giving you access to our service-related benefits.

Experienced Social Worker - Private Fostering and Youth homeless

Job Description About the Role We have an exciting opportunity for an Estate Assistant to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis across our sites in Stockport and surrounding areas. You will provide a high-quality cleaning, grounds, and garden service, ensuring compliance with agreed standards, specifications, and timescales. This will include cleaning internal communal areas and keeping external areas well maintained such as refuse removal and gardening. You will represent Guinness on site, fostering positive working relationships working with customers, contractors, and colleagues to provide access, report any responsive repairs, fly tipping, graffiti, and safeguarding alerts. What we're looking for We are a customer-focussed organisation, so we know that how we do things is just as important as what we do. You will not only be an experienced Estate Assistant, but you will also have great customer service skills and a willingness to go the extra mile. You will also be able to demonstrate the below essential skills: <ul><li>Proven professional experience of delivering grounds maintenance across a variety of sites and garden types.</li><li>Experience and knowledge of lawn, shrub, and plant care.</li><li>Proven experience of achieving high levels of customer satisfaction</li><li>Ability to carry out physical tasks within Health &amp; Safety guidelines.</li><li>Ability to work effectively within a team and without high levels of supervision.</li><li>Able to demonstrate Guinness Behaviours</li><li>Knowledge of Health &amp; Safety legislation, including COSHH and PPE</li><li>Full UK driving license.</li></ul>What we can offer you We offer an excellent benefits package that help make The Guinness Partnership a great place to work. These include but aren't limited to: <ul><li>Competitive pay £25,845 per annum</li><li>35 hours per week Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm</li><li>Career progression and development</li><li>Helping to save for your future! Guinness will contribute up to 9% towards your pension a matched basis.</li><li>Excellent lifestyle benefits portal including cycle to work scheme and fantastic discounts at supermarkets and many other shops, on-line retailers &amp; leisure activities.</li><li>Health care cashback plan </li><li>Employee Assistance Programme, plus more!</li></ul>To find out more about the key responsibilities of the role and to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the role profile. To be considered for this role please follow the online application process by submitting your CV or get in touch to learn more. INDTGP TJTGP REEDTGP About Us The Guinness Partnership is one of the leading providers of affordable housing in England. We build and manage homes and provide housing services for around 140,000 customers nationwide. Our vision is to deliver great service, provide great homes, to be a great business and to be a great place to work. Because everything we do is about our customers, our communities and our people, any profit we make is re-invested in new and existing homes and improving services. The Guinness Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Estate Assistant

Job Profile Domestic Abuse Housing Worker Main Purpose To work with Target Housing Clients to give support with sign up's, benefits and rents. Specific tasks <ul><li>Assist clients when moving in, or out of Target accommodation. </li></ul><ul><li>Assess their financial circumstances. Assisting clients to maximize their income and to manage their personal budgets. </li></ul><ul><li>Act as clients' Tenancy Support worker offering advice and support</li></ul><ul><li>Support clients to understand their rights and responsibilities under their occupancy agreements.</li></ul><ul><li>Monitor clients' handling of Target Housing property and consumption of gas &amp; electricity.</li></ul><ul><li>Monitor clients' compliance with their occupancy agreements and act to resolve non-compliance issues, informing line manager of serious breaches.</li></ul><ul><li>Monitor occupancy to ensure that properties have not been abandoned or damaged and take prompt action when it happens to avoid unnecessary costs to Target Housing.</li><li>Help clients with budgeting. Negotiate with other bodies on behalf of the client on the repayment of arrears such as rent owed to the Local Authority Housing Department.</li><li>Liaise with appropriate referral bodies to ensure that all are aware of relevant information. Working closely with other support agencies. </li></ul><ul><li>Attend properties as and when required.</li><li>Keep all records in order that the value of the tenant support service can be audited and comply with confidentiality policy.</li></ul><ul><li>Provide cover for absent colleagues as directed.</li></ul>General tasks <ul><li>Attend and participate in training sessions or activities as required.</li></ul><ul><li>Participate in team meetings and supervision as required,</li></ul><ul><li>Perform other such duties as may be required to further aims of Target Housing within the Health and Safety requirements.</li></ul><ul><li>Adhere to all of Target Housing's policies and procedures in particular our Equal Opportunities, Confidentiality and Health and Safety policies.</li></ul><ul><li>Carry out other such duties as directed by senior managers as appropriate to the aims of Target Housing.</li></ul>Person specifications <ul><li>Experience of providing a service to vulnerable groups</li></ul><ul><li>Experience of delivering supported housing services. </li></ul><ul><li>Experience of delivering services to clients' housing and accommodation</li></ul><ul><li>In-depth and up to date knowledge of Welfare Benefits System. </li></ul>Competencies Customer Focus (Critical) Integrity (Critical) Team Working (Critical) Confidence &amp; Judgment (Very Important) Communication and Influence (Very Important) Planning &amp; Organising (Important) Technical (Important) There are many great reasons to join our team! <ul><li>Great opportunities for career development</li><li>Mileage Compensation</li><li>Membership to Westfield Health</li><li>Lifetime Financial Membership</li><li>28 days annual leave (plus statutory bank holidays), increasing to 33 after 5 years continuous employment</li><li>Company pension scheme</li><li>Enhanced sick pay</li><li>Free Parking</li><li>Paid for Enhanced DBS check</li><li>A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted</li></ul>CLOSING DATE: 17/06/2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier should we receive sufficient applications for this role. Therefore, if you are interested , please submit your application as early as possible.

Housing Support Worker

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Housing Fire Safety- Compliance Team as a Facilities Officer (FO). We are seeking a dynamic Facilities Officer to oversee the operations of a number of buildings and services across the Residential estate. This role is essential to ensuring the smooth functioning of our Buildings, providing Safe, Good Quality and Compliant buildings for the residents of Sheffield City Council (SCC). As a Facilities Officer you will be working as part of a busy team, ensuring buildings are compliant with statutory legislation. This will include supervising a range of buildings and service providers. Overseeing and delivering a cost effective, customer-focused compliant service provision. You must have a sound knowledge and experience of the relevant legislation and the ability to read and interpret the law and guidance to ensure the service carries out all its statutory functions to the highest standard. The person we are looking for will require or have ability to have: <ul> <li>Good communication and problem-solving attributes along with being enthusiastic, confident, well organised.</li> </ul><ul> <li>Knowledge of building (housing) related Health and Safety and understanding of statutory related duties in relation to building management. </li> </ul><ul> <li>Skill in the use if IT systems to undertake key task in building activities. </li> </ul><ul> <li>Put people at the heart of what we do to ensure we effectively listen to and support our staff and the people that use our sites, help wellbeing along with challenging discrimination.</li> </ul><ul> <li>To be open and honest approach to your work by fostering an environment that supports people in speaking up and bringing diverse ideas to what we offer, along with seeking out feedback on the way we work. </li> </ul>If you feel you can play a part in developing and delivering effective services, this is an opportunity for you. For an informal discussion contact either; Operations and Development Manager- James Armitage (email: <a href="mailto:James.armitage@sheffield.gov.uk" target="_blank">James.armitage@sheffield.gov.uk</a> Tel: 07747768659 ). Service Manager-Luke Simpson (email: <a href="mailto:Luke.simpson@sheffield.gov.uk" target="_blank">Luke.simpson@sheffield.gov.uk</a> ) Sheffield is a great place to live, play and work. Being centrally located in the UK and with great road, rail and air transport links, the city stands between the beautiful outdoor adventure opportunities in the Peak District National Park to the West and the Entertainment, sporting, shopping and industrial sector in the East. We are investing in our workforce and are promoting opportunities to our under-represented groups. We value equality, diversity and inclusion and are focused on increasing the diversity of our workforce, particularly the number of Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic, Disabled and LGBTQ+ people, so that our teams reflect the communities in the city we serve. We are also supporting staff with unpaid caring responsibilities to work flexibly. It is a great time to join us and we welcome your application. Under the Disability Confident Scheme, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview. Full-time employees work 37 hours for 52 weeks of the year and we offer a generous holiday entitlement. We are open to discussions about a wide range of flexible working opportunities which benefit you and the Council, including reduced hour contracts, working part time or as a job share. If you are appointed to this role, your starting salary will be at the bottom of the grade. If you provide pay slip evidence that your basic pay is greater than the bottom of the grade, we will consider starting you at the point of minimum advantage within the grade. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Equality of pay is extremely important to us. All roles at Sheffield City Council are going through an evaluation process which may result in changes to some pay arrangements from 2026. Find out more on our Sheff news page .

Facilities Officer

The Vacancy <ul> <li>Annual salary of £33,557 (FTE)</li> <li>Permanent role</li> <li>Full-time (35 hours), part-time and flexible working patterns available</li> <li>Oldham centre office base, hybrid working</li> <li>There are 2 positions available for this role</li></ul>Proposed Interview Date: W/C 23rd June 2025 The role We are seeking a dynamic and committed Housing Officer (Communities) to join the Neighbourhood Team based in Oldham. This position would be ideal for someone who is committed to customer excellence and working in a high performing customer centric, estate and neighbourhood management team. The role is part of a strong neighbourhood team, responsible for delivering a high quality, integrated neighbourhood management service that is closer to our customer and helps to create sustainable neighbourhoods. You will carry out regular visits and scheme inspections to neighbourhoods to identify problems and areas for improvement and be the 'face' of Regenda in the community. The right fit <ul> <li>Experience in delivery high-quality customer facing housing management service.</li> <li>You must have knowledge of housing regulations and other relevant legislation.</li> <li>Experience working in partnership with external agencies.</li> <li>Ability to prioritise your workload in order to meet targets and deadlines.</li> <li>Experience of effective and positive team working as well as using your own initiative to resolve situations.</li> <li>Excellent numeracy, ICT, and literacy skills with the ability to analyse data and write reports.</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with people at all levels.</li> <li>Ability to demonstrate empathy in dealing with and resolving dispute situations.</li> <li>You must have a full UK driving license and access to your own vehicle. </li></ul>Who we are Regenda Homes is an award-winning Registered Social Housing provider with around 12,000 homes in Merseyside, Greater Manchester, Cheshire and Lancashire. We provide additional support to residents including finding work, money advice or dealing with anti-social behaviour. We work in partnership with residents to scrutinise services and make sure we perform to a high standard. Regenda Homes is part of The Regenda Group; we work in places where we can make a difference and operate across the housing and construction sector, in care and support, and in education, training and careers. Next steps If you like what you've read so far and think you've got what it takes to join our team, then apply now with a copy of your CV and a short covering letter detailing why you think you would be a good fit the role. Our People Services team will review your application and will be in touch shortly. What we offer Regenda Homes really is a great place to work - and you don't have to just take our word for it! We're an accredited Best Companies Top 100 employer and have achieved Investors in People Gold status. We can offer you a working environment where you can enjoy yourself, develop yourself and be yourself and where you really can make a difference to people's lives. We also offer a fantastic reward and benefits package which, amongst other things, includes: <ul> <li>A range of flexible working options.</li> <li>27 days paid annual leave each year (rising one day per year up to a maximum of 32 days after five years) in addition to 8 bank holidays.</li> <li>6 additional days for volunteering.</li> <li>Up to 9% employer's contribution to the pension scheme (match funded).</li> <li>£250 annual 'Live and Learn' allowance to spend on learning any new skill.</li> <li>Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay schemes.</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme and health and wellbeing initiatives.</li> <li>A wide variety of exciting learning and development opportunities.</li> <li>Interest free loans to assist with the purchase of computer equipment and travel season tickets.</li> <li>Monthly staff lottery scheme.</li></ul>"We regenerate places and create opportunities for people" We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from disabled and minority ethnic candidates as they are currently under-represented within our organisation. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, we'd encourage you to submit your application as early as possible. INDHP The Company The Regenda Group is a great quality, forward thinking housing business, building, managing and maintaining the homes people need. We own or manage around 13,000 properties across the region, including social rented housing, housing for older people, supported housing, private rented property, shared ownership and housing for sale. The Regenda Group is made up of Regenda Homes and its wholly-owned subsidiaries M&amp;Y Maintenance and Construction, Redwing Living, McDonald Property Rentals, Petrus Community, The Learning Foundry, Positive Footprints and Centre 56. Our mission is to provide a comprehensive range of multi-tenure housing products and services that reflect the dynamic nature of the housing market, the diversity of our customers and a rapidly changing world. Our core purpose is to regenerate places to create opportunities for people. Gallery Previous Next

Housing Officer

We are looking to recruit a well organised, self-motivated Housing Needs Panel Co-ordinator to work as part of our busy Housing Needs Panel Team. You will be required to process applications for additional priority on the housing register from a range of applicants including those with disabilities, complex needs and those living in supported housing, hospital and rehabilitation settings. You will liaise with other services within the Council and external agencies to gather crucial information to support applications. This will require you to have excellent communication skills You will work as part of a team dealing with all forms of contact including face to face, telephone and electronic with both applicants and professionals. The ability to co-ordinate multi-agency meetings, take detailed minutes, produce reports, statistical information and letters, whilst meeting deadlines are essential requirements of this post. Applicants can present in very difficult and stressful situations and need support and advice to resolve their housing difficulties. You will need to be able to manage applicants who display a range of behaviours which can be challenging at times remaining focussed on achieving the best possible outcome for the household. The ability to prioritise and organise your workload efficiently is a vital part of this role as well as a real focus on the needs of the applicant ensuring an effective customer journey is maintained at all times. For an informal discussion, please contact Lisa Moorey or Sarah Machin on 01924 304369/66.

Housing Needs Panel Coordinator

Vacancy Name Recovery Coordinator Vacancy No VN5168 Employment Type Permanent Hours Per Week 37.00 Work Pattern Includes evenings Location 74 Kirkgate, Leeds, LS2 7DJ Location Region West Yorkshire Location City Leeds Location Postal Code LS2 7DJ Interview Date 23 Jun 2025 Job Details Recovery Coordinator Location: 2 positions available, 1 post based at Irford House and 1 post based at Kikrgate. Working hours: 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, with some evening work which can be discussed at interview stage. About the role... There are 2 x full time posts (37 hours per week) available within the Focussed Intervention Team working with a cohort of non-opiate and non dependent alcohol clients, roles based at Irford House and Kirkgate. This is a dynamic and rewarding role where you will:<ul><li>Manage a caseload by creating, implementing, and reviewing ongoing recovery and treatment plans.</li><li>Facilitate and promote the progression of individuals from initial engagement into structured treatment.</li><li>Support clients in various different treatment stages, from initial assessment to exiting treatment, accessing sustained recovery and aftercare.</li><li>Contribute to reducing substance-related harm to individuals and the wider community.</li><li>Collaborate closely with key partners and colleagues across city wide partnerships to achieve the best health and wellbeing outcomes for individuals.</li></ul>About you...<ul><li>Experience of holding a caseload.</li><li>Knowledge and/or experience of substance misuse.</li><li>Experience supporting vulnerable people, whose lives have been affected by alcohol and/or drug use.</li><li>A relevant qualification in Health and Social Care.</li></ul>For informal enquiries please contact Karen Purdy on <a href="mailto:Karen.purdy@forwardleeds.co.uk" target="_blank">Karen.purdy@forwardleeds.co.uk</a> To view the full job description and person specification, please click here. Please be advised, if you are viewing this role on Indeed, the link to the job description will not work. Please click the 'Apply via Company Website' button to be redirected to our careers page, where you will be able to view the job description in full. The salary advertised below demonstrates the full earning potential for this role, starting salaries will allow for pay progression within the pay band. Who we are... Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support. We have almost 200 services around England - and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 125,000 people. Bringing together two big organisations is not a small task and it'll take a while to fully integrate our systems, processes and approaches. That's why you will notice the jobs here are still branded 'Humankind'. Next year we'll be fully integrating our recruitment systems but for now they are separate. Thanks for bearing with us - and don't forget to check out the Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) jobs on the Richmond Fellowship and Aquarius job site <a href="https://recoveryfocus.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Recovery_Focus_Careers" target="_blank">https://recoveryfocus.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Recovery_Focus_Careers</a>. What can Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) offer you? 🎁 A rewarding role that allows you to make a tangible impact in your community. 🌲 Opportunity for professional growth and development in the field of substance misuse and criminal justice. 🤝🏽 Collaborative and supportive work environment. 🏖 Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 years' service) 📅 Annual leave purchase scheme 💰 Enhanced occupational sick pay % Enhanced employer contribution to your workplace pension 👪 Death in service benefit Free Will writing 👓 Eyecare vouchers 🛍 Blue light card discount 💡 Fantastic learning and development opportunities, including free training courses 🏠 Work-life balance- flexible working and family-friendly policies 🏃 Happy, Healthy You! - our wellbeing offers for our workforce 🤝Employee Assist Programme and Waythrough Support Networks Waythrough (Formerly Humankind) is an equal-opportunity employer. If you feel that you would fit with our values &amp; ethos, are passionate about supporting people, but maybe don't feel you have the experience required, talk to us about your transferrable skills. For the right people, we can provide development to help you to realise your potential. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit. If you require support with your application or would like to request a paper application, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01325 731 160, alternatively you can email us at <a href="mailto:people.recruitment@waythrough.org.uk" target="_blank">people.recruitment@waythrough.org.uk</a> Salary Period Per Annum Vacancy Salary Range £24,242.40-£30,790 DBS Requirement Enhanced Does role require Police/Prison vetting? Not Applicable Driving licence required for role? No Applications Close Date 15 Jun 2025

Recovery Coordinator

The Vacancy Permanent, Full-Time (37 hours per week) This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and experienced leader with a proven track record of managing teams that deliver high-quality, comprehensive housing support services. At the heart of the Housing Support Service is a clear mission: to empower customers to sustain their tenancies and enhance their overall wellbeing. As the Housing Support Team Leader, you will play a key role in shaping service delivery while leading, developing, and inspiring your team. You will keep the team aligned with customer-focused goals and outcomes, ensuring high performance and exceptional service remain at the heart of everything we do. You'll proactively manage customer feedback and complaints, contribute positively to the wider team, and take a hands-on approach to monitoring and mitigating risks. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for recruiting, guiding, and inspiring your team, empowering individuals to reach their full potential and contribute meaningfully to service goals. You will also ensure full compliance with partner Service Level Agreements and act as the Safeguarding Champion for the service. Collaboration is key. You will work closely with internal departments and external partners to ensure our services evolve to meet the needs of vulnerable customers, both now and in the future. Driving innovation and embedding sustainable practices within our housing support provision will be central to your success. If you're ready to bring your passion, ideas and innovation to Skylight and play a key role in delivering the life-changing services our customers rely on then we'd love to hear from you! Please note that the successful candidate will be required to undergo a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of the recruitment process. Additionally, a full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential. For more information about this opportunity, please contact Jay Makipour on 07929 717 572. The SHG "Be You" approach sums up our belief that everyone has the right to be who they are, and to be that person at work, in line with SHG's Values. We're always looking to improve diversity within our teams to enhance this culture and to be truly representative of the communities we work in. This role will be on SKylight terms and conditions. We understand that if you don't meet every requirement, you may be hesitant to apply but we still want to hear from you and encourage you to submit an application detailing your experiences, achievements, and the value you can bring to our team. If you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application, please contact the People &amp; OD Team on <a href="mailto:humanresources@stockporthomes.org" target="_blank">humanresources@stockporthomes.org</a>. Please note that we do not accept applications through third-party websites. To ensure your application is reviewed, please apply directly through our careers page. We encourage you to apply early! We may close the vacancy sooner if we find the right candidate. Closing Date: 28th June 2025 Interview Date: 10th July 2025 About Us Welcome to Stockport Homes Group (SHG), an umbrella organisation for four, socially responsible interdependent companies within the housing sector. What makes us unique is our vision: one where entrepreneurship and commercialisation go hand in hand with social impact. We are Stockport's largest landlord, managing over 12,000 properties on behalf of Stockport Council and Private Landlords, as well as our own growing portfolio of new build homes. As builders, landlords, architects and developers we believe in collective responsibility for more affordable housing. Equally, through a commitment to a range of wrap around services we look for ways to improve people's lives: from advice and support on health and wellbeing, to employment, educational opportunities and help in the home. All our profit is reinvested within the group to maximise opportunities for those who most need our help. Companies within SHG: Stockport Homes - Stockport Homes was formed in 2005, to manage housing stock across Stockport on behalf of Stockport Council. As a limited company, we operate as an ALMO which is an 'Arm's length management organisation', so whilst the company is owned by the Council, we operate independently on day-to-day matters and in delivering services to our customers. We are committed to providing quality homes across Stockport and listening to the voice of our customers to continually improve our services. Three Sixty - Three Sixty delivers innovative, high-quality construction, maintenance and facilities management services across Stockport, Greater Manchester and Cheshire. We are trades people who operate with a friendly, community-led approach. We get the balance right between excellent customer service and service delivery. We take pride in giving back to our local communities and each year we Gift Aid our profits to SKylight to support the work they do to help Stockport and the borough thrive. Skylight - SKylight is a Charitable Community Benefit Society, established in 2018, dedicated to transforming lives in Stockport. We work closely with local communities to support people into employment, alleviate poverty and enhance digital skills. Our services help individuals live independently while fostering strong community networks, particularly for those facing disadvantages. We are proud to contribute to making Stockport a great place to live and work. Viaduct Housing Partnership - Formed in 2017, Viaduct is a development partnership between Stockport Homes Group and Stockport Council, focusing on building more affordable homes in Stockport. SHG is proud to be an award-winning organisation dedicated to transforming the lives and communities of our customers and as a public-private sector fusion, SHG is focused on future growth and excellence - looking for the best people to join the Group to be on this exciting journey. 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Housing Support Team leader

Job title: Housing Officer (Leeds Housing Options) Hours: 37 Salary: C3 £31,067 - £32,654 Contract: Permanent Location: Kirkstall Brewery/Leeds housing Options Merrion House The Housing Officer (LHO) post will support the running of temporary accommodation projects. This will primarily be in relation to the new provision opening at Kirkstall Brewery. As a Housing Officer you'll provide quality housing management services to meet the needs of customers, making a positive contribution to the social and physical environment of the area managed. Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody our council values and ambitions. About you As a Housing Officer, you will bring to the role: <ul> <li> Ability to community effectively and influence customers and deliver an efficient customer focused service </li> <li> Able to develop innovative solutions to varied and complex problems. </li> <li> Knowledge of current social Housing, and issues affecting the sector. </li> </ul>About the role The post will be to support the management of our temporary accommodation. This will primarily focus on the set up and support of a new provision at Kirkstall brewery for homeless families. The Housing Officer maintains excellent customer service whilst also undertaking necessary duties to ensure the health of our communities and undertake income generating work. The Housing Officer will need to display excellent communication, and resilience and have a passion for supporting customers and communities. The role is integral to our wider landlord service. What we offer you We take pride in offering the best employee experience, with benefits including: <ul> <li> a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays </li> <li> membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions </li> <li> flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements </li> <li> a clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities </li> <li> a range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further </li> </ul>How to apply Please complete the online application form. Read our guidance for further advice. Please check your information carefully and ensure you complete all sections before submitting your application. If you have any queries or would like an informal chat about the role please contact Caroline Poskitt 0113 3789621 A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check against the Children's or Adults' barred list as applicable will be carried out on preferred candidates. Read our recruitment of ex-offenders policy. We welcome applications from everyone and actively seek a diverse range of applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. We particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to, women, carers, veterans as well as LGBT+, ethnically diverse, disabled and care experienced people. This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the Skilled Worker visa route before applying. To be eligible for sponsorship you'll usually need to be paid the standard salary rate of at least £38,700 per year or meet one of the other eligibility criteria. Ensure you are eligible before applying. Job Description Job Purpose: To provide quality housing management services to meet the needs of customers, making a positive contribution to the social and physical environment of the area managed. Customer focused and motivated to give the best possible service in the communities we serve. To deliver an efficient customer focused service, ensuring maximum performance levels and continuous improvements in all areas of housing management services. Principal Responsibilities: <ul> <li> To take ownership and responsibility for the social and physical environment of a defined geographical service area. </li> <li> To ensure that the estate environment is maintained to a high standard. </li> <li> To be responsible for the achievement of performance targets within a defined geographical area. </li> <li> To be responsible for maximising various income streams to the authority and our tenants, including housing and other benefits. </li> <li> To deal with issues of anti-social behaviour, nuisance and work with other agencies to help create safe and sustainable communities. </li> <li> To enforce tenancy conditions where appropriate. </li> <li> Supervise and manage staff as required </li> <li> Provide appropriate advice and support to customers. </li> <li> To ensure the Councils safeguarding procedures are followed where appropriate. </li> <li> To actively develop and promote tenant engagement and involvement through a variety of different approaches. </li> <li> To work with partner services, elected members and local communities to deliver and develop services and improvements in a defined area. </li> <li> To work within Council policies and procedures including data protection and financial regulations. </li> <li> To ensure the Council's health and safety policies and legal requirements are adhered to. </li> <li> To contribute to the development, review and improvement of policies and strategies in line with current legislation and best practice. </li> <li> To support the achievement of equality and diversity in both employment and service delivery including the promotion of equality of opportunity </li> <li> Promote and deliver the priorities, values and objectives of Leeds City Council at all times </li> <li> Flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required commensurate to grade </li> <li> Participate in appraisal, training and development activities as necessary to ensure up to date knowledge and skills </li> <li> Improve own practice through observation, evaluation, discussion with colleagues and development programmes. </li> <li> To work collaboratively with colleagues, knowing when to seek help and advice. </li> <li> Contribute to the overall ethos, work, and aims of the service by attending relevant meetings, training days/events as requested. </li> <li> Be aware of and comply with Leeds City Council policies and procedures e.g. child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person </li> <li> Be aware of and support difference and ensure equality for all working in an anti-discriminatory manner, upholding and promoting the values, standards and equal opportunities of Leeds City Council. </li> <li> Recognise and appropriately challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment or victimisation and any form of abuse of equal opportunities, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and procedures. </li> </ul>The Council has adopted a flexibility protocol and this role will be expected to work within these parameters. The duties outlined are not meant as an exhaustive list and will also comprise any other duties within the spirit of the post commensurate with the job evaluation outcome for this post. PERSONAL SPECIFICATION ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: It is essential that the Candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post within the context of the specific role duties and responsibilities: Candidates will only be shortlisted for interview if they can demonstrate on the application form that they meet all the essential requirements. Method of Assessment will be through one or more of the following Application Form, Test, Interview or Certificate. Qualifications and Knowledge <ul> <li> Knowledge of the role of the Council Housing Service and its responsibilities in managing homes and communities. </li> <li> Knowledge of current housing issues, legislation, policies and local strategies and initiatives. </li> <li> Awareness of customer engagement opportunities, enabling customers to help design and evaluate services. </li> <li> A good understanding of equality issues in the day to day delivery of services. </li> <li> Knowledge of the Council's Allocations and Lettings procedures. </li> <li> Knowledge of effective income management practices. </li> <li> Knowledge of effective anti-social behaviour remedies and best practice. </li> <li> Awareness of how social and environmental conditions affect quality of life. </li> </ul>Specific Skills and Competencies <ul> <li> To be able to communicate effectively with customers, colleagues, elected members and all other partners </li> <li> Able to supervise and manage colleagues </li> <li> Able to use a wide range of communication tools appropriate to the customers preferred method. </li> <li> Able to show empathy, act tactfully and sympathetically with customers over a range of issues </li> <li> Able to manage competing demands and priorities to meet deadlines. </li> <li> Able to make objective decisions in the interests of achieving local priorities. </li> <li> Able to input, maintain and retrieve information accurately from a variety of sources. </li> <li> Able to objectively investigate and clearly report (in writing or verbally) on a range of issues. </li> <li> To work within budgets. </li> <li> Able to adapt behaviours to achieve positive outcomes </li> </ul>Experience <ul> <li> Experience of working with other agencies to achieve positive outcomes for customers. </li> <li> Experience of supervising colleagues </li> <li> Experience of taking and responding to a broad range of customer enquiries. </li> <li> Experience of playing a key role within a community. </li> <li> Experience of the working with the public. </li> <li> Experience of working to deadlines and adapting to competing priorities </li> <li> Experience of working in a busy customer focused team. </li> <li> Experience of working with a range of computer software packages including Microsoft Office </li> </ul> Behavioural and other Characteristics required <ul> <li> Committed to continuous improvement. </li> <li> Willingness to actively participate in training and development activities to ensure up to date knowledge, skills, and continuous professional development </li> <li> Able to effectively promote and market the service. </li> <li> Able to demonstrate an understanding of and a belief in the Council's Community Hub Agenda </li> <li> Understand and embrace Leeds City Council Values and Behaviours and codes of conduct </li> <li> Committed to continuous improvement in all areas and work towards delivering the Best City Ambition of Health &amp; Wellbeing, Inclusive Growth and Zero Carbon </li> <li> Able to understand and observe Leeds City Council policies and procedures. </li> <li> Carry out all duties having regard to an employee's responsibility under Health, Safety and Wellbeing </li> <li> Willingness to actively participate in appraisal, training and development activities to ensure up, to date knowledge and skills. </li> <li> Flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required commensurate to grade. </li> <li> Be aware of and support difference and ensure equality for all working in an anti-discriminatory manner, upholding, equality &amp; diversity of Leeds City Council. </li> <li> Recognise and appropriately challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment, victimisation, and any form of abuse, reporting any concerns to the appropriate person </li> <li> The Council has adopted a flexibility protocol and the role will be expected to work within these parameters. </li> </ul>

Job title: Housing Manager Salary: PO2 £38,626 - £41,511 Hours: 37 Full Time Contract: Permanent Location: Primary hub will be Kirkstall Brewery location &amp; LHO Merrion House This role will sit within Leeds Housing Options, managing temporary accommodation provisions. Specifically, this will be leading on management of the new temporary accommodation provision at Kirkstall Brewery but will also involve other services that are being procured as well as managing related staff and our Housing Support team. Leeds City Council is one of the largest employers in the region with over 14,000 employees. We seek to recruit and develop talented individuals who embody our council values and ambitions. About you As a Housing Manager, you will bring to the role: <ul> <li> Ability to community effectively and influence customers and stakeholders. </li> <li> Relevant degree level qualification or equivalent experience of managing in a Housing context. Is this mandatory </li> <li> Able to develop innovative solutions to varied and complex problems. </li> <li> Knowledge of current social Housing, and issues affecting the sector. </li> <li> Experience of developing effective working relationships with resident and ward members to achieve defined outcomes. </li> </ul>About the role The Housing Manager will lead a team overseeing the running of Council managed temporary accommodation sites. This will primarily be focussing on the new Kirkstall Brewery site so will involve managing support needs of residents, rent recovery and throughput into longer term accommodation. The role will also manage staff that will support the management of the site. In addition, the role will oversee management of the housing support team for the council so will have wider links across the city to area teams. They need to maintain the teams focus on delivering excellent customer service whilst also undertaking necessary duties to ensure the health of our communities and undertake income generating work. The Housing Manager will need to display excellent communication, and resilience and have a passion for supporting staff customers and communities. As our next Housing Manager, you'll provide leadership to ensure that your teams deliver on the council's core values and improve the lives of residents of the Leeds City Council area. Help develop you team's skills and ensure they deliver on all key performance indicators. The role is integral to our wider landlord service. What we offer you We take pride in offering the best employee experience, with benefits including: <ul> <li> a competitive salary and annual leave entitlement plus statutory holidays </li> <li> membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund with generous employer contributions </li> <li> flexible and hybrid working arrangements subject to service requirements </li> <li> a clear career pathway and continuing professional development opportunities </li> <li> a range of staff benefits to help you boost your wellbeing and make your money go further </li> </ul>How to apply Please complete the online application form. Read our guidance for further advice. Please check your information carefully and ensure you complete all sections before submitting your application. If you have any queries or would like an informal chat about the role please contact Caroline Poskitt 0113 3789621 A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check against the Children's or Adults' barred list as applicable will be carried out on preferred candidates. Read our recruitment of ex-offenders policy. We welcome applications from everyone and actively seek a diverse range of applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. We particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to, women, carers, veterans as well as LGBT+, ethnically diverse, disabled and care experienced people. This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the Skilled Worker visa route before applying. To be eligible for sponsorship you'll usually need to be paid the standard salary rate of at least £38,700 per year or meet one of the other eligibility criteria. Ensure you are eligible before applying. Job Description Job purpose To lead and manage an efficient, customer focused Housing management service, in order to maximise performance and seek continuous improvement. <ul> <li> To manage the delivery of housing management services within a geographical area or in within the Neighbourhood Service areas of Income Management, Tenant and Community Involvement, Lettings and Tenancy Management Policy, and Older Persons Housing </li> <li> To contribute toward management and delivery of partnership working on behalf of housing services citywide. </li> <li> To manage and develop staff to deliver key council priorities and continuously improve the offer to customers. </li> <li> To contribute towards development of positive working relationships with key stakeholders including: customers, elected members and other partner organisations. </li> <li> To develop a people-orientated solutions-focussed approach to dealing with customers, quickly and professionally. </li> <li> To manage and monitor budgets, risks and associated audit activities. </li> <li> To contribute to and deliver service improvement plans. </li> <li> To contribute to and implement performance management frameworks to ensure key performance indicators are achieved and outcomes inform service improvement &amp; review. </li> <li> To contribute to, review and improve policies and strategies in line with current legislation and best practice. </li> <li> To contribute to maximising opportunities to improve local service delivery using collaborative arrangements with appropriate stakeholders and partners. </li> <li> To display a high degree of self-motivation, commitment and time management. </li> <li> A commitment to initiate and drive culture change to deliver focussed and continuously improving services. </li> <li> To ensure customers play a central part in service planning, monitoring and feedback, with deliverable and tangible outcomes. </li> <li> To contribute towards corporate projects and initiatives. </li> <li> Flexible and adaptable to change to assist other services as required commensurate to grade. </li> <li> Participate in appraisal, training, and development activities as necessary to ensure up to date knowledge and skills. </li> <li> Improve own practice through observation, evaluation, discussion with colleagues and appropriate CPD programmes. </li> <li> Work collaboratively with colleagues, knowing when to seek help and advice. </li> <li> Contribute to the overall ethos, work, and aims of the service by attending relevant meetings, training days/events as requested. </li> <li> Be aware of and comply with Leeds City Council policies and procedures e.g., child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality, and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person </li> <li> Be aware of and support difference and ensure equality for all working in an anti-discriminatory manner, upholding, and promoting the values, standards, and equality &amp; diversity policies of Leeds City Council. </li> <li> Recognise and appropriately challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment, victimisation, and any form of abuse of equal opportunities, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and procedures. </li> </ul>The duties outlined are not meant as an exhaustive list and will also comprise any other duties within the spirit of the post commensurate with the job evaluation outcome for this post. The Council has adopted a flexibility protocol and this role will be expected to work within these parameters. Qualifications Degree level and Post Grade / Professional Membership or equivalent experience in managing in a housing context. Personal Specification Method of assessment will be through one or more of the following application form, test, interview, and certificate. Essential requirements It is essential that the candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post within the context of the specific role duties and responsibilities: Candidates will only be shortlisted for interview if they can demonstrate on the application form that they meet all the essential requirements. Skills required <ul> <li> Able to work flexibly across different work locations and areas as appropriate. </li> <li> Able to communicate effectively with and influence customers and stakeholders </li> <li> Ability to lead, motivate and empower staff to achieve positive outcomes. </li> <li> Able to develop innovative solutions to varied and complex problems </li> <li> Develop and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders including members, external and internal partners and residents. </li> <li> Ability to analyse and interpret complex information. </li> <li> Ability to write concise reports, deliver presentations and chair meetings. </li> <li> Able to use a range of IT systems, including Microsoft applications </li> <li> Ability to manage and delegate resources effectively. </li> <li> Ability to manage a variety of long term projects </li> <li> Ability to manage conflicting priorities and adapt to changing circumstances . </li> </ul>Knowledge required <ul> <li> Relevant degree level qualification or equivalent experience of managing in a housing context. </li> <li> Detailed understanding of the functions of a comprehensive housing management service. </li> <li> Comprehensive knowledge of Landlord's statutory responsibilities. </li> <li> Knowledge of current social housing and issues affecting the sector. </li> <li> Detailed knowledge of current housing legislation and policies. </li> <li> An understanding of key stakeholders, partners and third sector organisations. </li> </ul>Experience required <ul> <li> Recent experience of managing teams in a housing related context including motivation and staff development. </li> <li> Experience of managing varied and complex projects </li> <li> Experience of managing resources within defined budgets. </li> <li> Experience of developing effective working relationships with residents and members to achieve defined outcomes. </li> <li> Experience of using performance information to deliver excellent operational outcomes. </li> <li> Experience of challenging inappropriate behaviour. </li> </ul>Behavioural and other Characteristics required <ul> <li> Committed to continuous improvement. </li> <li> Able to understand and observe Leeds City Council equality and diversity policies. </li> <li> Carry out all duties having regard to an employee's responsibility under Health and Safety Policies. </li> <li> Willingness to actively participate in training and development activities to ensure up to date knowledge, skills, and continuous professional development </li> <li> Understand and embrace our values, behaviours and codes of conduct. </li> </ul>Desirable requirements It is desirable that the candidate should be able to demonstrate the following criteria for the post within the context of the specific role duties and responsibilities: Candidates are not required to meet all the desirable requirements however these may be used to distinguish between acceptable candidates. Knowledge required <ul> <li> Membership of a relevant professional body. </li> </ul>Experience required <ul> <li> Working with and consulting with trade unions. </li> <li> Experience of working within a political environment. </li> <li> Experience of managing competing priorities and adapting to changing circumstances </li> <li> Experience of undertaking complex service reviews. </li> </ul>

Housing Manager

Accommodation Assistant Start your career at Dalata Hotel Group! We are looking for team members to join us on an exciting journey. You will receive training through our Dalata Academy to help you learn important skills. You will also meet experienced team members who can help you grow. At Dalata, we believe in promoting from within. If you work hard, you can have new opportunities in the future. Join us and be part of a friendly team! Benefits <ul> <li>Free employee meals on duty</li> <li>50% Off F&amp;B in all properties</li> <li>€/£60 employee rate on rooms for all Dalata-owned hotels</li> <li>30% off Friends &amp; Family rate</li> <li>Extra AL day for every year worked (5 days to a maximum of 5 days)</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme.</li> <li>Cycle to Work Scheme/Transport Schemes</li> <li>SAYE (Save As You Earn Scheme)</li> <li>Pension access (Ask your HR Manager for local pension information)</li> <li>Development Opportunities through our Dalata Academy- support your career journey</li> <li>Staff Appreciation Initiatives, fun team-building activities and regular charity events</li> </ul>Your Job: <ul> <li>Ensure that all rooms and common areas are cleaned to the Dalata standard.</li> <li>Point out anything that needs fixing.</li> <li>Be ready to help in other departments.</li> </ul>What You'll Need: <ul> <li>Having experience in cleaning and housekeeping is good, but it is not needed.</li> <li>Friendly with customers</li> <li>Pay attention to details.</li> </ul>About Us Dalata Hotel Group - We bring the heart of hospitality to every hotel we own and operate. We see our growth and expansion plans as a way of spreading our unique way of caring for our guests further around the world, bringing better experiences to more people. Currently, the Dalata difference can be felt at each of our hotels in Ireland, the UK, Germany &amp; the Netherlands, and we'll keep expanding this further, focusing on key UK cities, Dublin and Continental Europe. Helping our people to grow and develop their careers is vitally important to us and is one of our highest priorities. We have many exciting and unique internal development programmes, each crafted to make sure our employees get the learning they need to be able to take the next step in their careers. Dalata Hotel Group Plc is an Inclusive Employer. We actively encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply to be part of our team. However, we understand everyone's needs are different; therefore, if you require any accommodations with this application process, please highlight your needs when you are completing your application process. Apply for this job

Accommodation Assistant

The vacancy 35 hours per week Monday - Friday (wherever possible we are open to suggestion on the working hours and are happy to consider flexible job requirements such as job share, reduced hours, compressed hours etc., just let us know as part of your application) Enhanced DBS check working with Adults Closing date: 16th June 5.00pm Interview date: Wednesday 18th June Our organisation is all about people - the people who live in our homes, the people in the communities we serve and the people we work with. So, it's no surprise that we recruit for attitude and behaviour which are central to us delivering great experiences for everyone! We employ people who are passionate about making a difference who can take responsibility and get things done. And we have developed an agile, flexible culture which supports people to do this. As a not-for-profit housing association, we provide homes and services to over 16,000 people across Greater Manchester. We build affordable new homes, work with partners to reduce homelessness and support people to reach their potential. This role will help us to do this by providing intensive 'on scheme' housing management and coordinate services to customers living in our schemes, ensuring provision of excellent services and risk management. You will also ensure that the building is compliant with health &amp; safety and that all repairs and planned works are carried out to a high standard. In this role, you will be responsible for <ul> <li>Delivering a brilliant service to customers living in our older people's independent living schemes</li></ul><ul> <li>Provide intensive 'on scheme' housing management and coordinate services to customers living in our schemes, ensuring provision of excellent services and risk management.</li></ul><ul> <li>Ensure that the building is compliant with health and safety and that all repairs and planned works are carried out to a high standard.</li></ul>We need people who have: <ul> <li>Exceptionally high standard of customer care and service</li></ul><ul> <li>Strong problem solving and decision making skills</li></ul><ul> <li>Excellent Communication and organising skills</li></ul><ul> <li>Apply Housing Management skills effectively in all areas of work</li></ul><ul> <li>Methodical, well organised and positive approach to workload and ability to work to strict deadlines, in multiple locations, with minimal supervision and to take initiative;</li></ul><ul> <li>To promote and maintain a positive "can do" attitude in all aspects of the post</li></ul>An enhanced DBS Disclosure check is required for this role and the ability to drive and have access to a car; Everyone's welcome here. Our culture is inclusive, and we are committed to increasing diversity. We enable everyone to be themselves at work, so that they feel at home with us. And we trust and support people to do their best, in a role that is fulfilling and rewarding because we know that this helps us to deliver better outcomes for our customers and our colleagues. So, if you have a great rapport with people and can make a difference - we'd love you to join our team! #ServicesandSupportCoordinator #IndependentLiving #ManchesterJobs #housingjobs #Recruiting About us We are a not-for-profit housing association, providing affordable homes and services to over 16,000 people across Greater Manchester. We build affordable new homes, work with partners to reduce homelessness, and support people to reach their potential. Our organisation is all about people - the people who live in our homes, the people in the communities we serve, and the people we work with. So, it's no surprise that we recruit for attitude and behaviour which are central to us delivering great experiences for everyone! We employ people who are passionate about making a difference who can take responsibility and get things done. And we have developed a culture that supports people to do this. Everyone's welcome here. Our culture is inclusive, and we are committed to increasing diversity. We enable everyone to be themselves at work so that they feel at home with us. And we trust and support people to do their best, in a role that is fulfilling and rewarding because we know that this helps us to deliver better outcomes for our customers and our colleagues. The ICL team Our Independent &amp; Community Living team pride themselves on delivering a fantastic service to our customers, providing accommodation-based services to adults and young people across Greater Manchester, and striving to make a real difference in people's lives! Forging positive and supportive relationships with our customers is central to what we do, none more than in our Community &amp; Independent Living team, where we provide supported housing and independent living schemes for customers of all ages and with a variety of support needs. Whether our team are on-site 24-hours a day supporting young people living with Autism and ADHD, working at one of our fantastic independent living schemes for older people, or based at our specialist service for people with memory loss and dementia, we ensure our customers are at the heart of the services we provide, supporting them to develop and maintain their independence. As well as working to support our customers, our team also makes sure the services we run are great places to live and really call 'home'. Safety is always a priority, and our teams take a proactive role in making sure homes are always safe, secure and well managed. It's a great feeling for the team knowing they can help to make services better for our customers! Stats: <ul> <li>We provide over 300 places for people with additional support needs to live well</li> <li>We have homes and services in eight local authorities across Greater Manchester</li> <li>We provide nearly 500 homes across 12 schemes for older people in our Independent Living service</li> <li>We work with over 20 different partners to provide specialist support services in our communities</li></ul>"Thank you for your interest in joining our Independent &amp; Community Living team. For us, the Independent &amp; Community Living team is all about being reliable, respectful and proactive in the way that we interact with our customer's and other colleagues. The team is dedicated to providing the best support services to our customers, understanding their needs and building trusting professional relationships that really make the difference. We are passionate about helping customers and delivering a great service to them. To do this, we give our colleagues the right training and support, offer some great benefits, and promote a positive, inclusive culture where everyone is able to deliver their best service by being their best self. If you share our goal in ensuring customers can live well in their homes and communities, I'd love to welcome you into the team!" Andrew White, Head of Independent &amp; Community Living Previous Next Working here Irwell Valley Homes is a great place to work, but don't just take our word for it... find out what it's like to work here from our colleagues... Rewards we offer We offer a fantastic range of benefits which include: Training and coaching Stakeholder pension scheme Up to 30 days holiday a year Two days every year to volunteer in the local community A medical cash plan Get your birthday off! £150 Perkbox allowance - plus access to hundreds of discounts and freebies Occupational Health Employee Assistant Program Financial education Loans scheme for travel season tickets Cycle to work scheme Accreditations Good Employment Charter Disability Confident Armed Forces Covenant Living Wage Employer Houseproud

Scheme Coordinators (Independent Living / Older People) x3

End Date Sunday 22 June 2025 Salary Range £0 - £0 We support flexible working - click here for more information on flexible working options Flexible Working Options Hybrid Working, Job Share Job Description Summary Job Description JOB TITLE: Head of Social and Supported Housing - Business and Commercial Banking LOCATIONS: Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, Newport, Leeds, Edinburgh, Glasgow HOURS: Full-Time WORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week, or 40% of our time, at one of our office sites. About This Opportunity We're playing a leading role in addressing the crisis in social housing. We've partnered with Crisis, issuing a joint call for 1 million additional social rent homes over a decade. Key to our ambition is providing increased support to specialist and supported housing providers, who provide a home for those in our society who need it most. Last year, we committed to providing an additional £200m in funding to the sector, and in February this year, the Prince of Wales and our CEO launched a partnership between our Group and the Homewards project of The Royal Foundation, with the aim of growing support to tackle homelessness. To drive forward our shared ambitions, we're excited to introduce a high-profile new role within our Business and Commercial Bank: Head of Social &amp; Supported Housing. You'll work in our National Real Estate &amp; Housing team, playing a pivotal role in crafting our strategy and leading initiatives that make a meaningful impact. You'll be a key member of our wider leadership team, helping to steer the future of housing support. You'll work closely with senior leaders across our Group, ensuring our Social Housing Initiative, led from the Chief Executive's office, delivers on its promise to create positive change. We'll need you to <ul><li>Develop customer origination strategies by becoming the 'go-to' banking professional within the smaller social and supported housing community.</li><li>Work with our colleagues in credit risk and finance to evolve our product offering, so that we can become the leading bank in this area</li><li>Promote the Bank with the wider professional community, treasury advisors and key influencers, developing the business opportunities these connections can bring.</li><li>Build our position as a leader in the supported and specialist housing sector, including our partnership with The Royal Foundation. This will involve planning and leading the execution of events, such as networking, seminars, and trade shows.</li></ul>About Us Like the modern Britain we serve, we're evolving. Investing billions in our people, data and tech to transform the way we meet the ever-changing needs of our 26 million customers. We're growing with purpose. Join us on our journey and you will too... What You'll Need <ul><li>Solid understanding of housing demand, funding structures, and key public and private sector partners.</li><li>Ability to handle professional relationships and engage with non-paid introducers to expand business opportunities.</li><li>Expertise in evaluating complex solutions to ensure alignment with business needs and strategic objectives.</li><li>Experience in managing significant customer accounts across differing products and services or leading a customer advisory team.</li><li>Ability to analyse data from multiple sources to identify key trends and business impacts.</li></ul>About Working For Us Our focus is to ensure we're inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We're committed to creating a consciously inclusive workplace where our colleagues can be themselves, thrive and perform at their best. We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer Initiative. As an inclusive employer, we offer Workplace Adjustments for colleagues with a disability (which may include long-term health and neurodivergent conditions) where it is reasonable to do so. This could include flexibility with regards to office attendance, location, and working pattern. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. If you have a disability, you can also apply via our Disability Confident Scheme (DCS). Through the DCS, we guarantee to interview a fair and proportionate number of applicants with a disability, whose application meets the minimum criteria for the advertised job role. We also provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to reduce or remove barriers for applicants with a disability, long-term health condition or neurodivergent condition. If you'd like an adjustment to the recruitment process just let us know! We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes: <ul><li>A generous pension contribution of up to 15%</li><li>An annual performance-related bonus</li><li>Share schemes including free shares</li><li>Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping</li><li>30 days' holiday, with bank holidays on top</li><li>A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies</li></ul>Ready for a career where you can have a positive impact as you learn, grow and thrive? Apply today and find out more. At Lloyds Banking Group, we're driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us you'll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you'll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop. We keep your data safe. So, we'll only ever ask you to provide confidential or sensitive information once you have formally been invited along to an interview or accepted a verbal offer to join us which is when we run our background checks. We'll always explain what we need and why, with any request coming from a trusted Lloyds Banking Group person. We're focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we're building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.

Head of Social and Supported Housing - Business and Commercial Banking

An opportunity has arisen for one full time (37hrs) Business Support Officer within the Income Management and Financial Inclusion Team (IMFIT). Income collection is crucial to the health of the Housing Revenue Account - which funds all housing related services to Sheffield council tenants. With the roll out of Universal Credit continuing in Sheffield, the challenge of supporting tenants during a period of great change to the welfare system whilst maximising arrears recovery will get harder. The Income Management and Financial Inclusion Team are the lead players within the Housing Service recovering rent and work on financial inclusion initiatives, working in partnership with Neighbourhood Teams. You will contribute to the delivery of a high-quality service which supports customers to help them sustain their tenancies. We are looking for applicants with a positive approach, can do attitude and can provide a high quality, continually improving and customer driven service. The candidate must meet the following requirements: <ul> <li>Essential excellent IT skills</li> <li>Strong ability to accurately record and retrieve information</li> <li>Adhering to deadlines</li> <li>Excellent numeracy and literacy skills</li> <li>The ability to contribute proactively and positively to the team and service is essential</li> </ul>All successful candidates will be required to complete a Basic DBS check. We are investing in our workforce and are promoting opportunities to our under-represented groups. We value equality, diversity and inclusion and are focused on increasing the diversity of our workforce, particularly the number of Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic, Disabled and LGBTQ+ people, so that our teams reflect the communities in the city we serve. We are also supporting staff with unpaid caring responsibilities to work flexibly. Under the Disability Confident Scheme, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview. If you are appointed to this role, your starting salary will be at the bottom of the grade. If you provide payslip evidence that your basic pay is greater than the bottom of the grade, we will consider starting you at the point of minimum advantage within the grade. Full-time employees work 37 hours for 52 weeks of the year and we offer a generous holiday entitlement. We are open to discussions about a wide range of flexible working opportunities which benefit you and the Council, including reduced hour contracts, working part time or as a job share. Equality of pay is extremely important to us. All roles at Sheffield City Council are going through an evaluation process which may result in changes to some pay arrangements from 2026. Find out more on our Sheff news page.

Business Support Officer

Overview Change Grow Live are a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to our Service Users lives, offering support and respect in a safe environment, treating each user as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options. Our core values are 'Be open, be compassionate and be bold' and our team members apply these daily to achieve our mission of helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential. We have an exciting opportunity for a Recovery Coordinator who has the skills and experience to assess and engage with our service users, ensuring that they access the right intervention at the right time, in a way that best meets their needs. No two days are the same and we treat every person who comes into our service as an individual, so being flexible, curious and a good listener are key. Where: This role will cover both Dewsbury &amp; Huddersfield Contract: 3 month Fixed Term contract Hours: 37.5 per week (full time) Salary: £27,861 - £32,002.35 dependent on experience (based on full time working hours, pro rata if part time) Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours. Responsibilities About The Role: <ul><li>Deliver psychosocial interventions to reduce disengagement, reduce harm and associated criminality. </li><li>Providing screening, assessment, and recovery planning and onward referral </li><li>Reducing drug and alcohol related harm to service users and the wider community </li><li>Promoting carer, service user and community involvement </li><li>Providing advocacy for access to partnership services </li><li>Working with service users to support social (re)integration, enabling them to lead meaningful and purposeful lives: promoting recovery, resilience, peer support and self-determination </li><li>To work in CGL Hubs and Community venues</li></ul>About you: <ul><li>Have a strong understanding of substance misuse issues and experience of working within a similar field </li><li>Be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written with good IT skills </li><li>Proactive and able to work on own initiative with excellent time management and prioritising skills </li><li>Have a good working knowledge of mental health interventions, services, and good practice </li><li>Be a supportive team player with strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in partnership with a wide range of professionals, agencies, and internal/external stakeholders </li><li>Ability to manage change successfully in a way that prioritises the needs of service users </li><li>Understand the importance of information governance processes and commit to follow and apply all necessary safeguards </li><li>Seek out learning opportunities to improve and broaden your professional knowledge and skills and to contribute and oversee the learning and development of others </li></ul>What we will give to you: <ul><li>25 days holiday (+ bank holidays), increasing annually for the first five years.</li><li>Paid 'Wellness' hour each week along with a 'Wellness' hub and Employee Assist Programme </li><li>Contributory pension scheme </li><li>Several benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc. </li><li>A friendly and supportive team </li><li>Training, career development &amp; progression opportunities </li><li>Refer a Friend scheme.</li></ul>Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role. If you require sponsorship, please note that this role is not eligible for a Health and Care Worker visa. You may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route but must meet the minimum salary requirements for the role. You can find out more here Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (<a href="http://www.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.gov.uk</a>) Join us in our journey of empowerment and holistic support, where every individual's well-being is at the heart of what we do. Salary Range (pro rata if part time) CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35) ILW / OLW /Fringe N/A - Outside London Weighting Area Closing Date 12/6/2025 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details: Carrie Fleming | <a href="mailto:carrie.fleming@cgl.org.uk" target="_blank">carrie.fleming@cgl.org.uk</a> | 07776597674 This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K Per Annum- Leeds Job Description: Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country and has a growing private client practice. We have been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and are continuously applauded nationally for the work that we do. Having demonstrated unparalleled legal expertise and a commitment to justice, we were awarded Law Firm of the Year at both the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards. We are named as one of the Times 200 Best Law Firms. In 2021 we were celebrated by the Chambers Europe Award as an 'outstanding firm' for diversity and inclusion. In previous years we have been awarded a number of awards, including the Law Society Excellence Award for Large Law Firm of the Year in 2020, Access to Justice at the UK Legal Diversity Awards in 2019 and the Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2015 Family Law Awards, to name just a few. Duncan Lewis is Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 Information Management accredited. We are committed to recruiting dedicated and talented professionals and welcome applications from exceptional candidates. At Duncan Lewis, we value training and diversity, and we take pride in our inclusive workforce. If you are passionate about our areas of law and eager to advance your career with us, please submit your CV and application online. Housing Department Background: Noted for its "sustained legal conviction combined with outstanding advocacy" our Housing team, is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK for its services in social housing UK-wide, providing assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. We handle both publicly funded (legal aid) and privately funded legal services in homelessness, disrepair, eviction, succession for tenants, neighborhood problems, debt issues and possession proceedings. Our solicitors are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. The department regularly represents clients at all court levels (including the Higher Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review claimant matters at the High Court. Main Responsibilities of the Role <ul> <li>Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met</li> <li>Responsible for all aspects of Housing work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members</li> <li>Significant experience in representing clients as Housing Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 years.</li> <li>Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities</li> <li>Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department</li> <li>Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Housing cases including Homelessness; Disrepair; Eviction; Possession; Property Ownership Disputes; Succession for Tenants; Housing adaptations; Social Housing; Neighbourhood Problems matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy</li> <li>Dealing with emergency cases and identifying and carrying out strategic litigation.</li> <li>Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency</li> <li>Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence</li> <li>You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company</li> </ul>Key Skills Required: <ul> <li>3 Years+ PQE with proven experience of Housing and Litigation, including court representation essential</li> <li>Must have experience as Duty Advisor under Housing Possession Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 years</li> <li>Must meet the 2013 SQM Supervisor standard in Housing, or willing to work towards this</li> <li>Experience in welfare rights and community care issues Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying</li> <li>Strong management skills</li> <li>Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals</li> <li>Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators</li> <li>Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Housing issues</li> <li>Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business</li> <li>Working knowledge of the publically funded Housing work including legal representation and legal help and have the ability to service privately funded cases</li> <li>Have extensive experience in dealing with all Housing related work</li> <li>Experience in own advocacy is an advantage</li> <li>Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and able to use HR systems</li> <li>Experience within the legal sector is preferable</li> <li>Ability to manage social media activity to promote the Company</li> </ul>What we offer <ul> <li>A fantastic supportive team</li> <li>Excellent progression opportunities</li> <li>Support for appropriate legal awards/recognition</li> </ul>The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY

Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K Per Annum- Leeds

Social Housing Solicitor - Salary +Supervison bonus - Leeds Job Description: Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country and has a growing private client practice. We have been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and are continuously applauded nationally for the work that we do. Having demonstrated unparalleled legal expertise and a commitment to justice, we were awarded Law Firm of the Year at both the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards. We are named as one of the Times 200 Best Law Firms. In 2021 we were celebrated by the Chambers Europe Award as an 'outstanding firm' for diversity and inclusion. In previous years we have been awarded a number of awards, including the Law Society Excellence Award for Large Law Firm of the Year in 2020, Access to Justice at the UK Legal Diversity Awards in 2019 and the Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2015 Family Law Awards, to name just a few. Duncan Lewis is Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 Information Management accredited. We are committed to recruiting dedicated and talented professionals and welcome applications from exceptional candidates. At Duncan Lewis, we value training and diversity, and we take pride in our inclusive workforce. Housing Department Background: Noted for its "sustained legal conviction combined with outstanding advocacy" our Housing team, is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK for its services in social housing UK-wide, providing assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. We handle both publicly funded (legal aid) and privately funded legal services in homelessness, disrepair, eviction, succession for tenants, neighborhood problems, debt issues and possession proceedings. Our solicitors are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. The department regularly represents clients at all court levels (including the Higher Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review claimant matters at the High Court. Main Responsibilities of the Role <ul> <li>Report directly to Department Director</li> <li>Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs</li> <li>Responsible for all aspects of Housing work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members</li> <li>Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities</li> <li>Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of public and private housing cases including Homelessness; Disrepair; Eviction; Possession; Property Ownership Disputes; Succession for Tenants; Neighbourhood Problems matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy</li> <li>Ability to manage and supervise caseworkers and trainees.</li> <li>Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases</li> <li>Dealing with correspondence</li> <li>Maintaining accurate time costing procedures</li> <li>Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly</li> <li>Ensuring compliance with file management.</li> <li>Willingness to attend Housing Court Duty Scheme.</li> </ul>Key Skills Required: <ul> <li>Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying</li> <li>Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals</li> <li>Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators</li> <li>Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Housing issues</li> <li>Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business</li> <li>Excellent analytical and organisational skills</li> <li>Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment</li> <li>Working knowledge of the publicly funded Housing work including legal representation and legal help and have the ability to service privately funded cases</li> <li>Have extensive experience in dealing with all Housing related work</li> <li>Experience in own advocacy is an advantage</li> <li>Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills</li> </ul>What we offer <ul> <li>Competitive salary</li> <li>A fantastic supportive team</li> <li>Excellent progression opportunities</li> <li>Support for appropriate legal awards/recognition</li> </ul>For further details regarding the salary structure, please refer to the attached job description. The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY

Social Housing Solicitor - Salary +Supervison bonus - Leeds

Social Housing Solicitor - Salary +Supervison bonus - Manchester Job Description: Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country and has a growing private client practice. We have been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and are continuously applauded nationally for the work that we do. Having demonstrated unparalleled legal expertise and a commitment to justice, we were awarded Law Firm of the Year at both the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards. We are named as one of the Times 200 Best Law Firms. In 2021 we were celebrated by the Chambers Europe Award as an 'outstanding firm' for diversity and inclusion. In previous years we have been awarded a number of awards, including the Law Society Excellence Award for Large Law Firm of the Year in 2020, Access to Justice at the UK Legal Diversity Awards in 2019 and the Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2015 Family Law Awards, to name just a few. Duncan Lewis is Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 Information Management accredited. We are committed to recruiting dedicated and talented professionals and welcome applications from exceptional candidates. At Duncan Lewis, we value training and diversity, and we take pride in our inclusive workforce. Housing Department Background: Noted for its "sustained legal conviction combined with outstanding advocacy" our Housing team, is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK for its services in social housing UK-wide, providing assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. We handle both publicly funded (legal aid) and privately funded legal services in homelessness, disrepair, eviction, succession for tenants, neighborhood problems, debt issues and possession proceedings. Our solicitors are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. The department regularly represents clients at all court levels (including the Higher Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review claimant matters at the High Court. Main Responsibilities of the Role <ul> <li>Report directly to Department Director</li> <li>Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients' needs</li> <li>Responsible for all aspects of Housing work and on occasions, where appropriate providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members</li> <li>Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities</li> <li>Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of public and private housing cases including Homelessness; Disrepair; Eviction; Possession; Property Ownership Disputes; Succession for Tenants; Neighbourhood Problems matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy</li> <li>Ability to manage and supervise caseworkers and trainees.</li> <li>Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases</li> <li>Dealing with correspondence</li> <li>Maintaining accurate time costing procedures</li> <li>Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly</li> <li>Ensuring compliance with file management.</li> <li>Willingness to attend Housing Court Duty Scheme.</li> </ul>Key Skills Required: <ul> <li>Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying</li> <li>Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals</li> <li>Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators</li> <li>Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Housing issues</li> <li>Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business</li> <li>Excellent analytical and organisational skills</li> <li>Ability to use own initiative and sound judgment</li> <li>Working knowledge of the publicly funded Housing work including legal representation and legal help and have the ability to service privately funded cases</li> <li>Have extensive experience in dealing with all Housing related work</li> <li>Experience in own advocacy is an advantage</li> <li>Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills</li> </ul>What we offer <ul> <li>Competitive salary</li> <li>A fantastic supportive team</li> <li>Excellent progression opportunities</li> <li>Support for appropriate legal awards/recognition</li> </ul>For further details regarding the salary structure, please refer to the attached job description. The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY

Social Housing Solicitor - Salary +Supervison bonus - Manchester

Social Housing Solicitor-Director - Salary £68K Per Annum- Manchester Job Description: Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd): Regulated by the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm in all of our key practice areas - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. We give people a voice - that is our ethos. Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country and has a growing private client practice. We have been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and are continuously applauded nationally for the work that we do. Having demonstrated unparalleled legal expertise and a commitment to justice, we were awarded Law Firm of the Year at both the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards. We are named as one of the Times 200 Best Law Firms. In 2021 we were celebrated by the Chambers Europe Award as an 'outstanding firm' for diversity and inclusion. In previous years we have been awarded a number of awards, including the Law Society Excellence Award for Large Law Firm of the Year in 2020, Access to Justice at the UK Legal Diversity Awards in 2019 and the Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2015 Family Law Awards, to name just a few. Duncan Lewis is Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 Information Management accredited. We are committed to recruiting dedicated and talented professionals and welcome applications from exceptional candidates. At Duncan Lewis, we value training and diversity, and we take pride in our inclusive workforce. If you are passionate about our areas of law and eager to advance your career with us, please submit your CV and application online. Housing Department Background: Noted for its "sustained legal conviction combined with outstanding advocacy" our Housing team, is ranked and recommended by The Legal 500 and Chambers &amp; Partners UK for its services in social housing UK-wide, providing assistance to both landlords and tenants on all housing issues. We handle both publicly funded (legal aid) and privately funded legal services in homelessness, disrepair, eviction, succession for tenants, neighborhood problems, debt issues and possession proceedings. Our solicitors are highly experienced in finding solutions to housing disputes and aim to address the issues quickly and effectively. The department regularly represents clients at all court levels (including the Higher Courts) and is extensively experienced at handling all housing related judicial review claimant matters at the High Court. Main Responsibilities of the Role <ul> <li>Report directly to and collaborating with the Board to ensure performance targets are met</li> <li>Responsible for all aspects of Housing work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members</li> <li>Significant experience in representing clients as Housing Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 years.</li> <li>Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities</li> <li>Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department</li> <li>Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Housing cases including Homelessness; Disrepair; Eviction; Possession; Property Ownership Disputes; Succession for Tenants; Housing adaptations; Social Housing; Neighbourhood Problems matters as well as undertaking your own advocacy</li> <li>Dealing with emergency cases and identifying and carrying out strategic litigation.</li> <li>Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency</li> <li>Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence</li> <li>You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company</li> </ul>Key Skills Required: <ul> <li>3 Years+ PQE with proven experience of Housing and Litigation, including court representation essential</li> <li>Must have experience as Duty Advisor under Housing Possession Court Duty Scheme over the last 2 years</li> <li>Must meet the 2013 SQM Supervisor standard in Housing, or willing to work towards this</li> <li>Experience in welfare rights and community care issues Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying</li> <li>Strong management skills</li> <li>Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals</li> <li>Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators</li> <li>Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable client matters in a sensitive manner and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Housing issues</li> <li>Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business</li> <li>Working knowledge of the publically funded Housing work including legal representation and legal help and have the ability to service privately funded cases</li> <li>Have extensive experience in dealing with all Housing related work</li> <li>Experience in own advocacy is an advantage</li> <li>Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and able to use HR systems</li> <li>Experience within the legal sector is preferable</li> <li>Ability to manage social media activity to promote the Company</li> </ul>What we offer <ul> <li>A fantastic supportive team</li> <li>Excellent progression opportunities</li> <li>Support for appropriate legal awards/recognition</li> </ul>The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Background checks including CRB / DBS checks will establish your eligibility to work in the UK and suitability to the role. Equal Opportunities: Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if this applies. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE ABOVE VACANCY

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